A patient recovering from surgery is prescribed a postvoiding residual urine test. What supplies should the nurse gather to complete this test?

A. A urine collecting device and a straight urinary catheter
B. A peripheral IV insertion kit and a urine collecting device
C. An indwelling urinary catheter and an insertion kit
D. A urine collecting device and a voiding diary


Answer: A

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